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About This Collection

Special Collections currently holds more than 105,600 rare books, ranging from medieval manuscripts to contemporary artists’ books, as well as more than 2,000 periodicals. Book collections focus on rare Bibles, British & American literature, Houston & Texas history, Hispanic literature & history, LGBT literature & history, as well as fine press books.